Water inside euro headlight

[vtec999]

i had same issue and the deal is replacing the headlight next week.

it looks like very common prob with euro, cuz the dealer didn't hesitate ordering new headlight for me.

[xiang]

my headlight went the other day.
fuse was fried.. im blaming it on the condensation.. AGAINNNNNN...

[assailant]

ive just bought myself an april 04 euro luxury yesterday, done only 35000ks and obviously outside of warranty.

the front drivers headlight has condensation in it (rained for the first time in months in perth last week) but it hasnt dried out on the 5hr drive home through the scorching desert heat today.

what is the best option for repair, considering its outside of warranty (the local honda dealer is only 300m from where i live, but from all reports are twats.. my folks bought a brand new territory from there as they are ford dealers as well, and had nothing but trouble with the service dept)

[xiang]

ive just taken the back covers off on the headlight (the part where you change the light bulbs), the condensation seems to have dissapeared, might be because its stopped raining. give it a go, might work.

still getting them replaced tomorrow though..

[power_of_dreams]

Aaah, the ever elusive headlight fluid has finally been captured on film!! Give David Attenborough a call to document it, quick!

rofl, you call that headlight condensation? This is headlight condensation!!

[s2o0o]

The clips fitted by Honda are a service CAMPAIGN fitted to certain Accord Euro models within a particular VIN range. The 2007 model Honda Accord Euro's are not affected.

This headlight SHOULD be replaced.

If the fog/condensation does not improve; Honda should replace these. See your servicing dealer and get the headlight inspected.

[s2o0o]

ive just bought myself an april 04 euro luxury yesterday, done only 35000ks and obviously outside of warranty.

the front drivers headlight has condensation in it (rained for the first time in months in perth last week) but it hasnt dried out on the 5hr drive home through the scorching desert heat today.

what is the best option for repair, considering its outside of warranty (the local honda dealer is only 300m from where i live, but from all reports are twats.. my folks bought a brand new territory from there as they are ford dealers as well, and had nothing but trouble with the service dept)

Say you are aware of the "5HL campaign" and that since the campaign was carried out - there has been NO improvement and demand an inspection by the service manager. The reason for an inspection is to prove the headlight assembly has not been tampered in any way (weither it's been in an accident etc etc). If they fail to replace/properley diagnose the headlight - call Honda Australia.

[assailant]

i googled '5HL campaign' but couldnt find anything.
i checked recalls.gov.au but only the boot wiring harness '5ka campaign' was listed, nothing regarding the headlights.


would the honda dealership be obligated to replace the headlight even though the car is outside warranty (04 model)

is there a definitive list of affected vehicles that honda repair?

the auto electrician who is currently replacing the front passenger door lock told the mrs the front bumper needs to be removed by a panel beater before they can replace the light.
sounds like absolute bs to me, cant be that hard to remove the bumper. if the monkeys at the dealership can do it, i dont see why this monkey of an auto electrician cant do it.

[big jim]

Honda replaced both my headlights last year no questions asked after fitting the clips which failed to stop the condensation building up and my lux is an 03 model.Read my reply earlier in this post.

[assailant]

ah righto, i did see your post but didnt take notice that yours is an 03.

well thats very interesting indeed. im not sure what these clips look like, ive had a look under the bonnet but there doesnt appear to be anything clip looking.

ill try the only local dealer (who have a solid reputation for being absolute pr|cks) and see what they have to say.

ps. does anyone have a link to, or can provide, pictures of the headlight clips?

thanks for your help all.

[xiang]

ive been trying to get my headlights replaced, and ive spoken to my dealer.

I was told that Honda issued a bulletin stating that any Euro with condensation issues were to be tested, and if there is mild to minor condensation they will not replace the headlight.

I'm not sure what they do, but I was told they stick a hose in the headlight, and purposly create condensation

Are they just pulling my leg?

[power_of_dreams]

How do they test for condensation? It's either there or it's not. They can't fix something that's not there.

I don't get the hose part. Why would they want to create condensation?